2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |
